Medilodge of St. Clair
4220 S. Hospital Drive · East China, MI · 48054 · 8103294736
158 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medilodge
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.81 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.45 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 10, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 10, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F December 10, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235370 · certified since November 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.